To complete the major, each student must produce a thesis. This is normally done through MATH 481 or MATH 482. Note: Joint theses are allowed but will not normally be considered for honors. Exceptions may be made with departmental permission.

In unusual circumstances, the above dealines may be extended with departmental approval through student petition to the department chair.

Cognate Courses

Two cognate courses representing a field of application interest outside of Mathematics. These two courses must count toward a single major in the Natural or Social Sciences preferably taken in two sequential semesters as the intent is to provide an immersive experience with the language, culture, questions, and ways of knowing of another field. The courses need not explicitly use mathematics, rather they provide a basis for communication with experts in that field. Normally, the senior research project (see 6, below) involves a topic related to this field of application.

GPA Requirement

A minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses chosen to meet the major requirements is necessary to satisfy the major.